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$1,130,705$237 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $521,300 on Jul 19, 2012

523 RUIDOSA DOWNS

HELOTES, TX 78023
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,763 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$521,300 · Jul 19, 2012
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$313,705
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$250,964
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.69%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$417,000
COMPASS BANK · recorded Jul 19, 2012
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$400,000
BANK OF AMERICA NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,714 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$926,240 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$135,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$791,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$929,631
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$926,240

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyBEXAR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.74
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 513 ft²Porch · 480 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Bob Beard Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Dr. Hector P. Garcia Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Louis D. Brandeis High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Northside Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78023These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,941
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.575 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$123,110
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,650
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.67°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

523 Ruidosa Downs measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Bexar County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Sonoma Ranch
  • Among the largest homes in Bexar County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Sonoma Ranch
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Sonoma Ranch

What homes are worth in Helotes 78023

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$278K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Helotes 78023.

How it measures up in Helotes 78023

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Helotes 78023.

Estimated value$1,130,705
CheaperTypical $476,686Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$237
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area4,763 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.74 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2004Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 523 Ruidosa Downs ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSonoma RanchHelotes 78023Bexar County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,130,70595% of homes96% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23793% of homes81% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than4,763 ft²97% of homes97% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.74 ac93% of homes69% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than200586% of homes61% of homes70% of homes

About 523 Ruidosa Downs

How much is 523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX is $1,130,705 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,038,061 to $1,223,349. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX last sell?

523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX last sold on Jul 19, 2012 for $521,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX?

523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 4,763 square feet of living space and a 0.74-acre lot.

When was 523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX built?

523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX?

523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX is assigned to Bob Beard Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Dr. Hector P. Garcia Middle School (middle), rated A-; Louis D. Brandeis High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Northside Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX compare to other homes in Helotes 78023?

Among the 10,948 homes in Helotes 78023, it is worth more than 96% of them ($1,130,705 against a typical $476,686), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($237 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 97% of them (4,763 ft² against a typical 2,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.74 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (2005 against a typical 2004). Measured against all of Bexar County, it is worth more than almost all homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 523 Ruidosa Downs, Helotes, TX was $17,714. The county assessed it at $926,240.

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